Connecticut Health Foundation Grants for Policy
Connecticut 501(c)(3) organizations, coalitions with a fiscal sponsor, public agencies, and universities can apply for Connecticut Health Foundation’s discretionary grants, awarding up to US $25,000 for systems-level health equity work. Projects that change structures, policies, or practices driving racial and ethnic health disparities, including public policy and advocacy-related efforts, may be eligible.
Connecticut Health Foundation Inc
Costco Foundation Child and Family Services Grants
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can apply for monetary contributions from the Costco Foundation; awards support program needs rather than capital or equipment. Connecticut organizations with public policy or systems-focused work that benefits children and families may be eligible if they meet these priorities.
Costco Foundation
Youth and Child Welfare Funding from Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth and children’s health, education, development, and welfare worldwide can apply for grants up to US $15,000 to support direct service programs. Focused on child welfare, poverty, homelessness, and related needs, the Dan Paul Foundation may support Connecticut groups whose public policy work includes these youth-centered services.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Marine and Coastal Projects Funding from Connecticut Sea Grant
Connecticut academic, educational, research, government, extension, and for-profit institutions can seek up to US $5,000 for pilot marine and coastal research, education, outreach projects, publications, or conferences in Connecticut. Connecticut Sea Grant favors innovative efforts with clear links to its strategic focus, which may benefit organizations informing or supporting coastal-related public policy work.
Connecticut Sea Grant
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Startups
Diverse early-stage social impact organizations in Connecticut tackling social, environmental, or public policy challenges can receive up to US $300,000 in flexible funding plus intensive capacity-building support. Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation backs scalable, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits serving underserved communities, with ventures typically between two and ten years old and poised for significant growth.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Economic Empowerment Funding from Cisco Systems
Connecticut nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment programs can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation, with awards up to US $100,000. Organizations must primarily serve economically underserved communities and keep overhead below 25 percent; initiatives with policy components that expand equitable access or economic mobility may be eligible.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
Focused on safety, community development, and education, State Farm invites Connecticut educational institutions, government programs, and eligible nonprofits to seek support for related initiatives. Organizations working on community safety, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, financial literacy, or K–12 and higher education programs may be eligible, including efforts that inform or support public policy in these areas across the U.S.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Social Service Funding from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million that run proven social service programs can apply for more than US $100,000 to support program, capital, or general operations. Grants from William Randolph Hearst Foundation help Connecticut organizations addressing poverty, housing, legal services, reentry, youth development, and related community needs that serve large populations.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Connecticut Community Health Funding via Labcorp
Connecticut nonprofits and other eligible charitable organizations can seek support for health, education, and community initiatives, including food access, STEM education, and preventive healthcare. Focused on community well-being, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites groups whose work may influence or complement public policy efforts in health and social services to apply during its March and September review cycles.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Point32Health Foundation Grants for Connecticut Aging
Point32Health Foundation provides Connecticut nonprofits working on equity in aging and related public policy with multi-year, general operating support. Funding prioritizes organizations addressing social and racial justice, advocacy, and systems change for older people in communities facing disinvestment and systemic barriers. Grants can also support staff wellness, leadership coaching, and other capacity-building needs.
Point32Health Foundation
Bank of America Grants for Community Programs
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Connecticut can apply for Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship support to advance economic mobility, basic needs, workforce development, and community development. Organizations with public policy-related initiatives that intersect with housing, jobs, hunger, arts, environment, or diversity and inclusion may be eligible for these U.S.-wide sponsorships.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Town Fair Tire Foundation Grants for Connecticut Communities
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing social, health, welfare, educational, or other human services in Connecticut can seek funding to support people facing poverty and related challenges. Grants from Town Fair Tire Foundation help Connecticut community-based groups with general operating support, specific programs, advocacy, research, public education, policy work, and potentially multi-year or matching initiatives that promote self-reliance and quality of life.
Town Fair Tire Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Disadvantaged
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian nonprofits helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those working in public policy contexts in Connecticut, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s US $5,000 - US $250,000 grants. With a mission to foster self-reliance, Gupta Family Foundation provides global human and social services organizations with annual or multi-year support, prioritizing smaller, founder-led groups.
Gupta Family Foundation
Connecticut Public Policy Funding via Connecticut Health Foundation
Pre proposal due Aug 1, 2026
Connecticut public policy and health equity organizations can access funding through Connecticut Health Foundation for systems-level projects advancing racial and ethnic health equity, with awards ranging from US $25,000 - US $150,000. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, coalitions with a fiscal sponsor, public agencies, and universities working to change structures, policies, and practices affecting health disparities in Connecticut.
Connecticut Health Foundation Inc
Main Street Community Foundation Grants for Connecticut Men
Letter of inquiry due Sep 9, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and public/governmental units supporting men and boys in Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Plymouth, Southington, or Wolcott can seek funding to improve education, health, leadership, life skills, and workforce readiness. Grants from Main Street Community Foundation may benefit Connecticut programs whose public policy work advances self-sufficiency and community engagement for males of any age.
Main Street Community Foundation
Economic Mobility Grants for Nonprofits from Connecticut Community Foundation
Applications due Sep 10, 2026
Nonprofits, municipal entities, or fiscally sponsored groups in Connecticut working on educational equity, economic mobility, and related public policy efforts can apply for Building Equitable Opportunity grants from Connecticut Community Foundation. Typical awards range from $5,000 to $15,000 to support programs, advocacy, systems change, and core operations in its 21-town service area, including Waterbury.
Connecticut Community Foundation
Storytelling and Conservation Funding from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits working in preservation, education, or wellness can receive more than US $50,000 to tell powerful impact stories through the Storytelling Grant. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports work such as wildlife conservation, historic preservation, mental health, and education, which may benefit Connecticut groups engaged in policy-related advocacy or awareness.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Women’s Programs Funding from Community Foundation
Applications due Oct 5, 2026
Nonprofit and community organizations in Eastern Connecticut serving women and girls can apply for Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut’s Women & Girls Fund grants, with awards of US $5,000 - US $15,000 for programs and advocacy. Funding can support empowerment, healthy relationships, economic security, health services, and public policy or leadership efforts that promote equity.
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
Connecticut Community Services Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Connecticut 501(c)(3) organizations serving communities in areas like education, poverty relief, health, or family and youth services can access funding through Robinson Foundation for single-year program support. Eligible nonprofits must have operated for more than three years and serve the Southern region, which includes Connecticut, and cannot use funds for capital projects.
Robinson Foundation
Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation Grants for Connecticut Community Services
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Connecticut 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations seeking support for community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding projects can access funding through the Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation. National in scope, this grant may benefit public policy initiatives that address environmental or community challenges and promote respect for people, the environment, and our changing world.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Grants for Connecticut Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Connecticut 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries seeking support for environmental or human services work can access funding through the Lawrence Foundation, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $10,000. National in scope, this fund offers unrestricted program or operating support, which may benefit organizations engaged in policy-related community and environmental initiatives.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Foundation Support for Connecticut Watersheds
Applications due Feb 6, 2027
Environmental and conservation-focused 501(c)(3) organizations and fiscally sponsored groups in Connecticut’s Quinnipiac River and New Haven Harbor watersheds can apply for Community Foundation for Greater New Haven’s Quinnipiac River Fund Grants. Funding supports research, pollution reduction, habitat restoration, land conservation, public education, and related public policy work that improves watershed environmental quality.
Community Foundation for Greater New Haven
Wetland Research Funding from Connecticut Association
Applications due Feb 23, 2027
Qualified undergraduate or graduate students in Connecticut conducting wetland, aquatic, or watershed research can receive $1,500 to support project expenses. Grants from Connecticut Association of Wetland Scientists help cover materials, equipment, travel, publication costs, and field assistants. Projects touching on wetland law or policy may particularly interest those focused on public policy in Connecticut.
Connecticut Association of Wetland Scientists
Environmental Project Grants for Connecticut Groups from SWEP
Applications due Feb 27, 2027
Connecticut organizations planning local projects with clear environmental benefits can receive up to US $2,000 in support, including efforts from clean-ups to environmental education. Connecticut Society for Women Environmental Professionals provides Connecticut public policy and environmental groups with flexible funding that may strengthen community-based initiatives, outreach, or education tied to environmental issues and decision-making.
Connecticut Society for Women Environmental Professionals
US $100,000 - US $150,000
Connecticut Youth Mental Health Funding via Cigna Foundation
Pre proposal due Mar 12, 2027
Connecticut public charitable 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth mental health can access funding through Cigna Foundation to expand evidence-informed programs in schools and related settings. Grants of US $100,000 - US $150,000 support social-emotional learning, early intervention, and improved access to care for youth ages 5–18, plus their parents, caregivers, and youth-serving professionals.
CIGNA Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with programs for underserved youth, families, food security, or environmental stewardship in Connecticut and across the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, and Singapore can seek funding to expand community impact. Chick Fil A Foundation supports initiatives in education, hunger relief, housing, and environmental projects with grants ranging from US $30,000 - US $350,000.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc